The Travel Creator: Tips For Travel Influencers

Laura Haley

The podcast for travel creators to learn smarter ways to use their content so they can save time and get back to traveling. I'm your host Laura and I saw travel content creators spending way too much time on their content creation. I used my six years of digital marketing experience to create smarter ways for travel creators to use their content.  In this podcast you'll find tangible tips on how to trade your content time for travel time. We play the long game here! No 'get rich quick schemes' but real strategies you can implement to help you love your travel creator journey again and make it sustainable.  We officially launch Jan 11th 2024! Episodes are out every Thursday after. 

  1. 1 天前

    85: Multiple Streams of Income For Travel Creators (That Actually Work)

    Text me your content win! If you’ve ever felt the pressure to create 47 different income streams just to “make it,” this episode is for you. As a travel creator or travel influencer, you’ve probably heard all the advice—sell courses, start affiliate marketing, launch digital products, do brand partnerships. But here’s the truth: more doesn’t always mean better. Today, I’m breaking down what actually works when it comes to building multiple streams of income as a content creator—without burning yourself out. What You’ll Learn in This Episode: Why too many income streams can actually hurt your business.The three types of income streams that complement each other perfectly for travel creators.How to know when you’re ready to add a new income stream.Why “less but better” is the secret to sustainable passive income.How to choose offers that serve your audience AND fit your long-term vision.Key Takeaways for Travel Influencers + Content Creators: 👉 Your core offer is your foundation—master it first before adding anything else. 👉 Not all income streams are created equal. Focus on ones that align with your skills and your audience. 👉 Passive income is amazing, but only when it’s built on top of something sustainable. 👉 Shiny object syndrome is real—say no to monetization paths that don’t serve your long-term goals. Call to Action: If you’re ready to build multiple income streams as a travel influencer or content creator—but want to do it in a way that feels sustainable and smart—this episode will give you the clarity you’ve been craving. Follow Me On: Sign up for my newsletter, the Content Compass to receive free tips and tricks to beat the content creation overwhelm and get back to traveling. https://travelcontentwriting.hbportal.co/public/650f599bb604bf00244c7381/1-Inquiry_form Website: https://www.travelcontentwriting.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/travelcontentwriting/

    13 分鐘
  2. 8月28日

    84: Why Building an Audience is Not the Same as Building a Content Business

    Text me your content win! Hey creators—let’s get real for a second. Just because you’ve built a big audience doesn’t mean you’ve built a business. I know, that’s a little spicy to say out loud, but it’s the truth. And in this episode, I’m breaking down exactly why focusing only on audience growth will leave you burned out, broke, and wondering why those brand deals never seem to come your way. As a travel creator and content strategist, I see this all the time: talented content creators chasing follower counts instead of setting up systems that actually generate revenue. Having 100K followers doesn’t matter if you don’t know what you’re selling, who you’re selling it to, or how your business makes money when you’re not glued to Instagram or TikTok. Inside this episode, we’ll cover: The big lie about “just grow your audience and the money will follow.”The real difference between an audience and a content business.Why “going viral” doesn’t guarantee income (and what does).The business systems you must have in place if you want to stop chasing followers and start creating freedom.f you’re tired of feeding the content machine without seeing results, this is your reminder to shift your focus from vanity metrics to sustainable business growth. ✨ Want to stop acting like “just” a content creator and start building a real business? Send me a DM on Instagram @travelcontentwriting to learn more about the community I’m creating for travel creators who are serious about turning their content into income. Until next time—don’t just create content. Create a business. Follow Me On: Sign up for my newsletter, the Content Compass to receive free tips and tricks to beat the content creation overwhelm and get back to traveling. https://travelcontentwriting.hbportal.co/public/650f599bb604bf00244c7381/1-Inquiry_form Website: https://www.travelcontentwriting.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/travelcontentwriting/

    13 分鐘
  3. 8月21日

    83: Dear Travel Creators, Your Business Needs You to Log Off

    Text me your content win! Today I am recording this fresh off the trail after 10+ days offline in Yellowstone, Wyoming, and Montana. No WiFi. No emails. No “outfit of the day” reels. Just me, s’mores, and mountains that look straight out of a fairytale. And honestly? Coming back to the laptop has been… jarring. If you’ve ever been a digital nomad, a travel influencer, or a content creator who tries to balance “living the adventure” with “posting the adventure,” you know that feeling. In this episode, I’m sharing why stepping away from your phone and actually touching some grass is the best thing you can do for your travel creator business and your mental health. We’re talking: Why your best ideas don’t happen in front of your laptop.How your audience can feel your burnout—and why you need to reset.Practical tips to ease back into work after being offline.Why low engagement isn’t the enemy—boring content is.How I’m building boring-but-beautiful systems so creators like you can run your business while you’re out exploring the world. If you’re a travel creator or digital nomad who wants to build a sustainable business (so you can go climb that mountain or turn your phone off for a week without panicking about engagement), come hang out with me on Instagram @TravelContentWriting DM me the word SYSTEMS and I’ll get you on the list for early access to my systems-based community for travel influencers and creators. Because your business doesn’t need you to hustle harder. It needs you to have a life. 🌎💻✨ Now—go touch some freaking grass. Follow Me On: Sign up for my newsletter, the Content Compass to receive free tips and tricks to beat the content creation overwhelm and get back to traveling. https://travelcontentwriting.hbportal.co/public/650f599bb604bf00244c7381/1-Inquiry_form Website: https://www.travelcontentwriting.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/travelcontentwriting/

    16 分鐘
  4. 8月7日

    81: Behind the Scenes of the Travel Creator Community I’ve Been Secretly Building

    Text me your content win! Have you ever dreamed of building a content business that lets you actually enjoy your travels—without scrambling to post, pitch, or pretend you’re not freaking out about engagement stats? Today I’m pulling back the curtain on something I’ve been building quietly behind the scenes—a travel content creator community that isn’t about chasing trends, but about building smart, sustainable systems that let your content business run even when you’re off the grid in Santorini or sipping mezcal in Tulum. ✨ In This Episode, I Spill: The real reason so many successful content creators are secretly burning outWhy this community is going to be deliciously boring—and why that’s a good thing for your businessWhat kind of systems are saving me 6+ hours a week (hint: Airtable + Zapier + Gmail = 🤯)Why this isn’t another course you’ll never finish—or a noisy mastermind you’ll ghost in 3 weeksHow YOU can be a founding member and even land a spot on the podcast 💁‍♀️If you’re a travel creator or content creator who's tired of feeling like your business depends on your WiFi signal, this episode is for you. Whether you’re cashing brand deals or paddling along in your raft-level earnings (you’ll get the joke when you listen), we are building something powerful—and you're invited. Keypoints: travel creator, travel content community, content creator, sustainable content business, creator systems, off-grid content creation, build a creator business, UGC brand deals, passive income for travel creators Follow Me On: Sign up for my newsletter, the Content Compass to receive free tips and tricks to beat the content creation overwhelm and get back to traveling. https://travelcontentwriting.hbportal.co/public/650f599bb604bf00244c7381/1-Inquiry_form Website: https://www.travelcontentwriting.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/travelcontentwriting/

    14 分鐘
  5. 7月31日

    80: How to Start Your Content Creator Business and Make Money

    Text me your content win! If I had to start my content creator business all over again, here’s exactly what I would do — no fluff, just the real behind-the-scenes steps that actually build momentum.  Whether you're trying to figure out how to find clients, want to leave your 9–5, or just need to know what works now in the content creator space — this episode is your kickstart.   In this episode, I cover: ✅ The exact platforms I’d use to land clients (yep — even the weird ones that take 20%) ✅ Why you should post less and pitch more (and what type of posts actually matter) ✅ How to treat your Instagram like a billboard, not a scrapbook ✅ Why a simple one-page portfolio beats a fancy site every time ✅ How sending 10 emails a week can completely shift your creator business ✅ The power of outreach — and why asking is your biggest secret weapon ✅ Why being boring builds your business faster than trendy ever could ✅ How to scale once you’re booking consistent work ✅ Why your mindset around pitching matters more than your pitch itself 🛠 Tools & Platforms Mentioned: Job platforms: Upwork, Contra, Fiverr (plus Maddy'a tip: Coley, Popular Pays, PopFly)Portfolio sites: Canva , AI builders, simple one-pagers🎧 UGC Tip of the Day – From Maddy Garrett   Want to make your first $500 with UGC? Go check out Episode 4 of her podcast for the exact steps. 🎙 Listen to Paid to Travel: The UGC Podcast 🌍 New Travel Creator Membership Coming Soon! I’m building a travel creator community focused on systems and sustainability — not just algorithm hacks. If you're tired of piecing together info from a million courses and want real, actionable systems to grow your business so you can go backpacking (like I’m about to do in the Tetons 👣), then this is for you. 👉 DM me on Instagram with the phrase "travel content writing" if you’re interested in joining the waitlist or just wanna chat about it. It's gonna be GOOD. Like, boring-but-life-changing good. Follow Me On: Sign up for my newsletter, the Content Compass to receive free tips and tricks to beat the content creation overwhelm and get back to traveling. https://travelcontentwriting.hbportal.co/public/650f599bb604bf00244c7381/1-Inquiry_form Website: https://www.travelcontentwriting.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/travelcontentwriting/

    16 分鐘
  6. 7月24日

    79: Likes Don’t Pay Rent: Let’s Talk About a Real Content Strategy

    Text me your content win! Let’s be honest—going viral looks sexy on the outside, but it might be silently destroying your business from the inside. This week on The Travel Creator Podcast, I break down exactly why viral content doesn’t equal success—and how you can actually create content that connects, converts, and changes lives. 💬 What You’ll Learn in This Episode: Why virality is not a strategy for long-term growthHow one creator got 11 million views… and less than 10 customers 😳The massive difference between information and transformationWhat kind of content actually grows your brand (hint: it’s not Canva quote graphics)How to build an Instagram presence that gets you paid, even with a small followingReal-world results from content creators who ditched viral dreams for authentic impact✨ Key Takeaways for Travel and Content Creators: If your content is built for everyone, it's for no oneThe truth about how to grow on Instagram without chasing the algorithmWhy followers ≠ dollars—and how to stop falling for the vanity metric trapWhat kind of stories actually transform your audience and create long-term relationshipsThe power of vulnerability in a world chasing perfectionListen to Paid to Travel: UGC Podcast  Ep 12: How to Travel for Free and Land Free Airbnb's   This episode is packed with insights on how to go viral, why it's not worth it, and the real playbook for sustainable success as a travel creator, UGC creator, and content creator trying to grow with purpose. 💌 Ready to create content that connects instead of chases? DM me on Instagram (@travelcontentwriting) and tell me what your biggest takeaway was from this episode. Let’s chat about your goals, growth, and content that doesn’t just look good—but feels good too. 🔗 Find Justin Welsh and his content magic: Subscribe to his newsletter and follow him at justinwelsh.me for more no-BS writing advice. ✈️ Until next time—happy creating and please, for the love of God and captions, stop chasing viral. I miss you already. 💕 Follow Me On: Sign up for my newsletter, the Content Compass to receive free tips and tricks to beat the content creation overwhelm and get back to traveling. https://travelcontentwriting.hbportal.co/public/650f599bb604bf00244c7381/1-Inquiry_form Website: https://www.travelcontentwriting.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/travelcontentwriting/

    14 分鐘
  7. 7月17日

    78: Stop Creating for Algorithms and Start Creating for Humans

    Text me your content win! Today I'm breaking down the biggest lie social media ever sold us: that high numbers are the only thing that matter. Spoiler alert—they're not. Whether you're a new content creator, a seasoned travel influencer, or just wondering how to grow on Instagram without losing your mind, this episode will help you reconnect with the humans behind the numbers. You’re probably doing way better than you think—and I’m here to prove it. 💡 What You’ll Learn: Why 47 likes is not a failure—it’s a whole restaurant full of people.How to reframe your metrics using “the living room rule.”The mindset shift that will help you stop chasing the algorithm and start creating for actual people.Why smaller engagement often means deeper trust (especially in travel content).Practical perspective shifts to get you out of your engagement rut—fast.The surprising power of word-of-mouth growth (yes, it still exists!).🧭 For Travel Creators Who Want To: Understand how to grow on Instagram without burnoutGet out of a creative slump and back into aligned content creationFocus on real impact over vanity metricsBuild deeper relationships with their existing audienceLearn the difference between chasing viral trends and building sustainable influence💌 Resources Mentioned: Want to get off the hamster wheel of Instagram and into sustainable strategy? Join my 7-Day Newsletter Challenge and start building your own list of raving fans.Check out the The Culture Cult Show where we covered Denmark’s: Mad King and Royal Affair . If this episode hit home, I want to hear from you!  👉 Slide into my DMs with your next trip or episode idea over on Instagram @travelcontentwriting 👉 Share this episode with a fellow travel creator who needs a reminder that their content is making real impact. Follow Me On: Sign up for my newsletter, the Content Compass to receive free tips and tricks to beat the content creation overwhelm and get back to traveling. https://travelcontentwriting.hbportal.co/public/650f599bb604bf00244c7381/1-Inquiry_form Website: https://www.travelcontentwriting.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/travelcontentwriting/

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The podcast for travel creators to learn smarter ways to use their content so they can save time and get back to traveling. I'm your host Laura and I saw travel content creators spending way too much time on their content creation. I used my six years of digital marketing experience to create smarter ways for travel creators to use their content.  In this podcast you'll find tangible tips on how to trade your content time for travel time. We play the long game here! No 'get rich quick schemes' but real strategies you can implement to help you love your travel creator journey again and make it sustainable.  We officially launch Jan 11th 2024! Episodes are out every Thursday after. 

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